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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. When do the Kenyans say the Movement started?

2. In "Chapter 3," why is General R. interested in Karanja?

3. In "Chapter 1", why does Mugo feel a connection with Gitoko's mother?

4. How did the agricultural officer die?

5. How does Mugo feel after General R. visits him in "Chapter 3"?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Gikonyo do in Nairobi in "Chapter 6"?

2. Why does General R. bring up Karanja in "Chapter 3"?

3. In "Chapter 1", what happens when Mugo wakes up?

4. In "Chapter 2," how do Kenyans feel about women rulers?

5. What role do the Thompsons play in Kenya in "Chapter 4"?

6. What brought Mr. Thompson to Africa?

7. What leads to Kihika's death?

8. How does Gikonyo change after spending time in the concentration camps?

9. In "Chapter 5," what types of things does Mr. Thompson put in his treatise notes?

10. In "Chapter 6," what things does Gikonyo confess to Mugo?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Research Kenyan independence and analyze the historical accuracy in this novel.

Essay Topic 2

Explore the issues of race that are raised in this novel.

Essay Topic 3

Consider the settings of village, detention/concentration camp and town. How does setting affect the characters who interact in these places?

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